Indie rock latinx band Inner Wave stops by San Antonio again
ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR – JORGE GUERRERO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Originally a trio of middle schoolers hailing from Ingleewood, Caifornia, Inner Wave is a band of talented Latinx musicians fusing elements of indie rock, latin beats, hip hop, r&b and even hints of bossa nova. 15 years after their first rehearsal as […]
Read More...Vice Versa, downtown’s groovy new coffee shop & record store
ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR – JORGE GUERRERO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 As the spring semester sweeps through St. Mary’s University, one may think of going to a peaceful study space to hang out and relax. Having opened in July of 2022 at Saint Paul Square in front of Sunset Station by the Alamodome, […]
Read More...The Last of Us: In review of the new nail-biting HBO Series
STAFF WRITER – DID CADENA ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Usually, the transition from a video game to other mediums is a cause for concern, with the majority being unfaithful adaptations that fail to please their fanbases. Many adaptations receive mixed to negative reviews, mainly for their screenplay choices, departures from their source materials, […]
Read More...El Día Internacional de la Lengua Materna y la importancia del multilingüismo
EDITOR DE ESPAÑOL – ÁLVARO ARCIA ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 La fecha 21 de febrero fue designada como Día Internacional de la Lengua Materna en el año 2000. Aprobada por la UNESCO, esta efeméride se estableció para reafirmar la importancia de la diversidad cultural y lingüística, así como la imperiosa tarea de procurar […]
Read More...El teletrabajo, una modalidad laboral prometedora para el mundo profesional
ESCRITOR CONTRIBUYENTE – GABRIEL RAMÍREZ ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 El teletrabajo es un tipo de modalidad laboral que no requiere que un empleado en cierta empresa se presente en las instalaciones. Basta contar con internet y una computadora para poder realizar las actividades de un teletrabajo en el cual el empleado puede trabajar […]
Read More...Roberto Bolaño y sus inconmensurables aportes a la reinvención de la literatura
EDITOR DE ESPAÑOL – ÁLVARO ARCIA ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 El Boom Latinoamericano es posiblemente el mayor hito de todos los tiempos con respecto a la divulgación y apertura de la literatura de América Latina. De la pluma de autores como Julio Cortázar, Gabriel García Márquez, Mario Vargas Llosa y Carlos Fuentes, la […]
Read More...La historia, las culturas y el catolicismo como fuentes para entender qué es besar
ENCARCADA DE PUBLICIDAD – ARIETTE ARAGON ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Dar un beso a otra persona como a un ser querido, familiar, amigo o pareja, lo vemos como algo simplemente natural en el comportamiento del ser humano. Desde el momento en que nacemos somos recibidos al mundo con un beso de nuestra madre. […]
Read More...Stereotypes bounding mental health issues
OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Mental health issues have been a topic of stigma and misconception for far too long. Due to the stigmatization of mental health, many individuals avoid seeking help or talking about their struggles, significantly impacting their mental health. There are many harmful stereotypes about mental […]
Read More...The ways the U.S public health system could be made better
OPNION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 The public health system in the United States receives criticism for inefficiency and the issue of many people not receiving care. Despite having the world’s highest per capita healthcare spending, the nation ranks poorly in many important health metrics, including life expectancy and infant […]
Read More...Artificial intelligence: and how it is transforming our society
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF – VICTORIA OLGUIN ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 From the invention of items like the first light bulb to the first computer and the first mobile telephone, the rapid advancement of technology has allowed people to complete processes in their daily lives much faster and more efficiently. Perhaps one of the most prominent […]
Read More...Why CO2 emissions are dangerous to the U.S and the environment
MANAGING EDITOR – SOPHIA KUSSEL ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Ah yes, the Superbowl. The magnificence of throwing a brown oblong back and forth is renowned across the world. So how can something so pure and American result in such environmental havoc? The Super Bowl has had a long- standing tradition of hating the […]
Read More...Extreme cold weather raises questions about electric grid and power outages
NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Many were surprised, if not relieved, when St. Mary’s University announced the cancellation of classes and activities on Tuesday, Jan. 31, due to extreme cold weather. While most were confined to their homes to stay warm and off the icy roads; several Texans were […]
Read More...San Antonio 2023 Mardi Gras parade comes to downtown on SA River Walk
NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Carnival Tuesday or Pancake Tuesday are all ways of naming the celebration known as Mardi Gras. No matter what you call it, the holiday always takes place the day before Lent starts on Ash Wednesday. Some popular locations for celebrating […]
Read More...StMU WAC x Betty’s Co. host annual women’s health talk
NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 February is known for Valentine’s Day– a day of appreciating loved ones. During this month there is talk of relationships and how to understand what makes one healthy. Balancing life and relationships include understanding oneself and boundaries. These tough discussions can be facilitated through groups who understand […]
Read More...Mass shootings in 2023 raise concerns over firearm safety
NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 Late Jan. and Feb. 2023 have seen devastating news with recent mass shootings in the United States. On Jan. 21, a gunman attacked the Star Ballroom Dance Studio during celebrations that weekend of the Lunar New Year. The 11 victims were regular studio patrons. […]
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BSU Hosts First Ever Black History Week
ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR – JORGE GUERRERO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON MARCH 2, 2023 The month of February is deemed Black History Month in the United States. For the first time, St. Mary’s Black Student Union hosted various innovative events on the last weekend of February that emphasized Black culture and excellence on campus. These events […]
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What to Buy Loved Ones on Valentine’s Day: Take This Quiz
MANAGING EDITOR – SOPHIA KUSSEL ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON FEB 2, 2023 Readers might be asking to themselves: “Valentine’s Day is coming up and I have so many people I love. What should I get them, so they don’t view me as a horrible person?” The fact of the matter is shopping for others can be […]
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